Clinical Lab Scientist I - Serology

Quest Diagnostics; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 77,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist I in San Juan Capistrano, California, to perform clinical laboratory testing with responsibilities that include executing complex tests and ensuring the accuracy of lab results. Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology and a current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license.

This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $40.00 to $56.44 per hour, along with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Zero to three years of direct experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests.
• Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness.
• Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strong typing skills

Automation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license

Job description

Clinical Lab Scientist I

Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA

Work Schedule: Thursday to Monday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Department: Serology

Pay range: $40.00 - $56.44 per hour

This position is accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Sign‑on bonus: $5,000 available for external candidates.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees who work 30+ hours
• Well‑being programs
• Annual no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

• Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies. Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls.
• Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria.
• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
• Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
• Accurately enters results of testing and checks computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results.
• Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results.
• Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks, performing linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required.
• Performs quality control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results to determine acceptability of result release.
• Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria and initiates a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria.
• Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
• Detects and corrects technical and operational problems and notifies the supervisor or contacts manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance as necessary.
• Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
• Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area.
• Demonstrates effective two‑way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers via meetings, written and verbal interactions.
• Actively participates in staff meetings and in quality improvement meetings as assigned.
• Takes on additional business‑related responsibilities or projects, such as evaluating new techniques and procedures, method comparison, cost analysis, establishing reference ranges, writing and revising technical procedures, and evaluating productivity and key results measures.
• Follows all required procedures, practices, and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Collects and disposes of waste in proper receptacles.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
• Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures; supports training programs where applicable.
• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education that meets the education requirements for California state licensure.
• Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices and is required to use personal protective equipment.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Zero to three year’s direct experience in a laboratory setting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical technology or other life or physical sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (e.g., California) if required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Other automation skills helpful.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting: 1‑10 lbs frequently; 11‑25 lbs occasionally; 26‑50 lbs seldom; over 50 lbs requires assistance.
• Repetitive tasks: frequent simple grasping, reaching and fine manipulation.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
• Good eye and hand coordination.
• Vision: color blindness testing required for certain technical functions.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Other automation skills helpful.

Licenses and Certifications

Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary (e.g., California) (Required).

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Quest believes that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to the following job duties: accessing company property, information, assets, and products including sensitive information; accessing customer data or confidential information; and partnering and regularly working with or supervising other Quest employees and interacting with Quest customers.

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.